On the Shelf

In this edition of The Resource, we’d like to highlight our newest additions to the FIC Library! All of the books listed
below are available for check out.

A special thanks goes to the Fort Worth Metro Area and Dallas Chapters of AFP for making a donation in honor of
speakers and presenters at the DFW AFP Philanthropy Conference.

Perfect Phrases for Writing Grant Proposals (Perfect Phrases) - By Beverly Browning

People to People Fundraising: Social Networking and Web 2.0 for Charities - By Ted Hart
This hands-on guide is filled with creative ideas, techniques, and suggestions to help readers harness the power of social networking for your charity.

Winning Gifts: Make Your Donors Feel Like Winners (AFP Fund Development) - By Thomas D. Wilson
Taking a nontraditional marketing approach to fundraising, Winning Gifts walks nonprofits through the steps of securing winning gifts by exploring:

            - Background on donor motivations and values of giving
            - People-centered fundraising
            - Making your case memorable and “sticky”

Ethical Fundraising: A Guide for Nonprofit Boards and Fundraisers (AFP Fund Development Series) (The AFP/Wiley Fund Development Series) - By Janice Gow Pettey

The Five Most Important Questions You Will Ever Ask About Your Organization (J-B Leader to Leader Institute/PF Drucker Foundation) - By Peter F. Drucker
This book challenges readers to take a close look at the very heart of their organizations and what drives them. A tool for self-assessment and transformation, answering these five questions will fundamentally change the way you work, helping you lead your organization to an exceptional level of performance.

The Good Corporate Citizen: A Practical Guide - By Doris Rubenstein

Corporate Social Responsibility: Doing the Most Good for Your Company and Your Cause - By Philip Kotler

Prospect Research: A Primer for Growing Nonprofits - By Cecilia Hogan
This detailed guide will expand your donor base by implementing an advancement research plan. It provides you with the tips you need to find your next major gift donors. Includes sample forms and information on policies and procedures.

Leading Without Power: Finding Hope in Serving Community, Paperback Edition - By Max De Pree

The Cash Flow Solution: The Nonprofit Board Member's Guide to Financial Success - By Richard S. Linzer

Inspired Philanthropy: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Giving Plan and Leaving a Legacy
(Kim Klein's Chardon Press) - By Tracy Gary

Benchmarking in the Public and Nonprofit Sectors: Best Practices for Achieving Performance Breakthroughs - By Patricia Keehley

The Market for Virtue: The Potential And Limits of Corporate Social Responsibility - By David Vogel

Champions of Philanthropy - By Todd Baker

Fear-Free Fundraising: How to Ask People for Money - By Holly Million

Compassionate Capitalism: How Corporations Can Make Doing Good an Integral Part of Doing Well - By Marc Benioff
This book describes the “best practices” in corporate philanthropy, by companies small and large, including Salesforce.com and Hasbro. Shows how important philanthropy is and what kind of positive message it sends to employees and to outside stakeholders.

How to Manage an Effective Nonprofit Organization: From Writing and Managing Grants to Fundraising, Board Development, and Strategic Planning - By Michael A. Sand

Don't Take the Last Donut: New Rules of Business Etiquette - By Judith Bowman
In a recent survey 8 out of 10 Americans felt that a lack of respect and courtesy is a serious national problem. This book will help us all get back on track! You’ll learn:

            - The protocol of the proper business introduction….even if you forget someone’s name
            - The art of creating a positive first impression
            - Tips for fool-proof small talk

Pinpointing Affluence in the 21st Century - By Judith Nicholas
The author weaves demographic/psychographics and fund raising together, revealing the crucial connections between background and strategy.

Cause for Success: 10 Companies That Put Profit Second and Came in First - By Christine Arena

Start Your Own Grant Writing Business (Entrepreneur's Startup) - By Entrepreneur Press

Nonprofit Nonsense & Common Sense - By Marshall McNott

Unleashing Excellence: The Complete Guide to Ultimate Customer Service - By Dennis Snow

Educational Opportunities

Community Health Worker Seminar will be held on August 29th from 3-4 p.m. Learn about the CHW national workforce growing trend and hear from employers that have incorporated CHWs into their practice. Community Health Workers are an excellent gateway to develop community health partnerships. Texas Public Health Training Center is state certified to offer CHW certification training. The session will be led by guest facilitator, Jose Aguilar, Training Coordinator at TPHTC.

When: August 29, 2008
Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Where: EAD # 506 - University of North Texas Health Science Center
              3500 Camp Bowie Blvd.
            Fort Worth, TX 76107

Refreshments will be provided!

Registration: Free
RSVP Contact & Info: Zeida Rojas Kon, TPHTC Coordinator
                                        817-735-0526
                                zrojas@hsc.unt.edu

The Dallas/Fort Chapters of AFP will be holding the “AFP First Course in Fundraising” on September 25 & 26 at Dallas Baptist University. For more information or to register, please e-mail afpfw@yahoo.com or visit http://www.afpfortworth.com/AFPFirstCourse.htm

Funding Information Center has many great opportunities for the growth of your nonprofit! Check out our Workshop page , as well as our Custom Training & Speakers page for more details!

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